Shelly Kapoor Collins

Shelly Kapoor Collins is an accomplished advisor, investor, and entrepreneur dedicated to promoting equity in entrepreneurship, particularly for women and diverse founders. Currently serving as an Advisor for the HBCU Founders Fund and a member of Broadway Angels, Shelly leverages extensive experience in venture capital as a Partner at Sway Ventures, focusing on early-stage investments in women-led technology companies. As the Founder of the Shatter Foundation, Shelly aims to connect underserved girls with resources for equitable entrepreneurship. Additionally, Shelly has contributed to various organizations, including the American Leadership Forum and Fitz Frames, and has offered insights on global financial inclusion for women through University of Pennsylvania Law School. With degrees in Management Information Systems and Computer Information Systems from the University of Maryland and a venture capital executive certification from UC Berkeley, Shelly Kapoor Collins exemplifies a strong commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs.